Holladay United Church of Christ
Open and Affirming Covenant

We of Holladay United Church of Christ radically affirm all who would join with us on a journey of faith as we seek to live Jesus’ message of mercy, justice and compassion.

As an Open and Affirming (ONA) church, we celebrate the diversity and fluidity of God’s creation, including people of all ages; races; cultures; national origins; sexual orientations; gender identities and expressions; family configurations; spiritual and religious traditions; physical, cognitive, and emotional abilities; healing and recovery journeys; and economic, educational, and social statuses. All are encouraged to participate fully in the life of the church, including membership, sacraments, leadership, and employment.

We as a congregation are intentional and willing to give each voice the space and power to express their diverse journey in non-judgmental discussions so that we may listen, understand, and grow as a faith community.

We affirm that we are called to act as Jesus’ hands and heart, to love our neighbors as ourselves in our community and throughout the world. We commit to regularly revisit this covenant and our work as an open and affirming congregation to improve our inclusivity and sensitivity. We make this covenant with God and with each other.

ADOPTED BY HOLLADAY UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST BY OPEN VOTE ON JUNE 28, 2026